ROG Flow Z13 ACRONYM Review - Surface Pro on STEROIDS! 💪

[@Thetechchap]

Hey chaps! Love or Hate that design??

[@PLUTORUSKI]

Try warzone on it please and also call of duty mobile

[@PLUTORUSKI]

Please a comparison with iPad m2 1Tb above model

[@niko1even]

I'm alright with it, but I really wish that it was anodized black, I would have been completely fine if that was the color. Hell, even grey would have been fine.

[@felixman9691]

Hey there it’s pretty interesting. I’m wondering if this one came with a special flash drive that acts like a key like the last Asus acronym collaboration. What does the flash drive give you access too?

[@niko1even]

@@felixman9691 I think what you are referring to is the ROG Keystone. It is available for only certain ROG Strix laptops. It is a key that magnetically attaches to a special slot built into the laptop. When it is connected, it can apply certain Armory Crate profiles and unlock a hidden part of your drive. It does not provide any extra storage; it simply acts as a key to unlock a hidden part of your drive if you set that part up to be hidden.

[@HashimHS]

Very impressive. Asus is really doing a great job across all its ROG products.

[@m4rvelero]

awesome products!

[@IamJay02]

Other than their prebuilt pcs lol

[@Spectru91]

​​​@@IamJay02indeed..but no one with a brain buy's a pre-build

[@Ozzymandius1]

@@Spectru91Kind of a stupid take when people HAD to buy prebuilt in order to get graphics cards just a year ago.

[@Spectru91]

@@Ozzymandius1 you got a fair point there✌️✌️✌️

[@tinop414]

It's refreshing. Everything is always flat white or flat black. Looks really nice.

[@GohanBurner]

First one I bought was riddled with issues, had to return it. I bought a second one to give it another try and this one is amazing. I'm getting the same, if not, better performance as the last model with the XGM 3080, except with better power consuption.

[@xsaver23]

would definitely consider one without the crazy backplate design.

[@jonevansauthor]

Well, the normal one has a small glass panel on the back to see some of the components. Yeah, it's pretty gamer styled but far from the RGB nightmare gaming laptops you'll see.

[@hollymolly518]

well that's just a massive heat pipe in disguise

[@18wheelerzdavid]

I think all that aluminum is meant to double as heat sink

[@nicholash8021]

Interesting how people view this differently. I think it's the coolest back ever. I love that it's built like a tank and can be worn over your shoulder. I absolutely love the idea of an industrial-strength tablet that is as powerful as a desktop, and I get to bring my own custom-built keyboard. Laptops are done for me now.

[@alun1038]

Z13 with an AMD cpu would certainly make more sense as a daily driver since they’re more power efficient and generally have better battery life

[@akshay7-7-7]

RTX 4070 IN THAT FORM FACTOR IS EPIC💥💥

[@allhandsonsteamdeck1440]

WOW ALL UNDER $2000 SUPER CHEAP ITS GONNA SELL SO MANY OF THESE

[@bryans8656]

I enjoyed the review. I'm a long time ASUS ROG fan, I have one of their desktops (GR8II), but this device is way too over the top for me. Probably a generational thing.

[@cheweh842]

This looks pretty similar to a case I have for my ROG Phone II (made by a third party). Aluminum, a bit bulky, but very protective and very sturdy lanyard attachment points. I'd use it more if it didn't block the phone antennas :P I honestly do like this: rugged, good mounting points... 10k time spy... I just have less use for a 13" screen and it's priced about $1000 higher than I'd like.

[@mlatief5865]

Hi I have the regular version 2023, love this 1 too. More power. Great video Thanks

[@GFourGadget]

This scream GAMING from top to bottom and I love it!

[@niko1even]

really? I think that it screams more "engineer" or "industrial" to me

[@naapsulusmurmurusmurmurus2392]

@@niko1even gaming

[@YISTECH]

​@@niko1evengaming

[@arrow9193]

First the fastest gaming phone in the world, then the fastest gaming handheld, now the fastest gaming tablet. Take gaming from any of them, and they outperform all those category tech products still

[@pikeyMcBarkin]

Ive been interested in the Flow 13 line for a bit. Thanks for covering this

[@keerthan7558]

i really liked the minimalistic and industrial look of flow x13 and feel like they should have continued that in flow z13 too. This is way too flashy and edgy.

[@Projection_]

I own a normal 2023 Flow Z13 with a 4050. It's an INSANELY capable machine and definitely a must buy "do-anything" device for college students with weird classes, lol. The software definitely could use some improvements, but as a DEVICE, ignoring the software it gets bundled with, it is incredibly powerful for the price. Only real improvement I could see being added is a cellular module. Wouldn't take up an insane amount of space.

[@MoonyD911]

Holy crap that is insane. Wanted to pick one up until I saw that price point...

[@johnramhos]

How well does the stylus perform compared to the Surface Pro?

[@Crazyblox]

Would be great... if I was 14 years old, and I'm sure 14 year olds don't have ROG Flow Z13 money.

[@eric131313]

This is for adults with 14 year old taste 😂

[@tyrellwellick5152]

I would buy It. I m in my 20s.

[@myqaveli]

@@eric131313 im a designer and appreciate the design. a lot of people don’t experiment with much so it’s a win for me in the tech space

[@ctsperformance1755]

Agreed, would never take this to work, looks so childish imo. I like the X13, it looks so much better.

[@sancho6735]

Buying this for school, I'm 14

[@tavyd]

I actually love the design. Any dongle or dock recommendations to cover the lack of i/o? I will likely be using a mouse and mechanical keyboard and external monitor and game controller when at home

[@xfghffhfg]

anything from OWC

[@violententertainment6567]

Looks like some top secret military rocket launcher design with that strap 😆 anyway how did the honor magic 5 giveaway turned out? 🤞

[@himuradrew]

The performance jump from the previous model is outstanding.

[@TuanAnh-ko1bn]

You're wrong asus. We just need a handle like those leather briefcase

[@disabledrectum]

What a world we live in... a 4070 with a 128bit bus. Nonetheless, cool product

[@Thetechchap]

indeed!

[@ct6022]

Only 20% faster than the 4050 version - is that right? Would have expected much more of a delta. Is that down to the limit on power?

[@Thetechchap]

yes - exactly, and a relatively small 128bit mem bus

[@pkkim5058]

Is it possible to type with the keyboard detached from the monitor just like bluetooth keyboards?

[@premium6924]

Yes

[@andrewwhite1065]

Are the ports or the laptop IP rated and does it can it be connected to 4g, or is it Wi-Fi only? Apparently there is a less cluttered productivity keyboard availabe as well. What a beast and at $3000 US, i'm definitely considering the purchase over a new phone.

[@muradabdullayev6193]

This will be awesome for gaming on the go

[@bradavon]

If you take a desk with you.

[@avirajkorde2406]

Where can I buy this? Could you please provide a working link? It’s showing out of stock from everywhere…

[@lordofthecritics]

How's palm rejection when using stylus for note taking/drawing etc?

[@ajaypatro1554]

having a sturdy keyboard would have made this special edition so good

[@nicholash8021]

The best thing about this (besides the insane back) is the fact that you can use your favorite bluetooth keyboard with your favorite switches. No more crappy OEM keyboard in your way.

[@myde8524]

is it good enough for remote play? how far should the spec be 4050? 4060?

[@Zharif696]

Does the qhd looks any distinguishably different from z13 2022 fhd?

[@myerwerl]

I would buy this. Much more practical for a so called gaming pc when all you do is plug it into a monitor when youre on a weekend getaway.

[@foxcyberstalker4326]

Is they used aluminium case for cooling?

[@jamesikhimioya562]

at the end of the power adapter segment which game where you playing?

[@bibbolegend3507]

I don’t understand why this version doesn’t have mini leds but the regular z13 has them?

[@isaia5110]

When will we get the flow z14 what will the upgrades be?

[@apx3501]

Hello my friend, do you advise me that this is the best device suitable for gaming

[@gbrltnggn]

I'ved always been looking for a gaming laptop that has a cool palm rest. This is it but i wish they'd made a 15 inch one.

[@victor_okpala]

What are the games you were playing and links to download them please...

[@jimbobcheezeburger2020]

Will there be an AMD version?

[@harrye.737]

32GB RAM? I think the Max Ram is 16GB only? for ASUS Flow Z13

[@hksduhksdu]

Really love how they improve this in many aspects but one thing they are still not improving is ports. I can’t believe they still offer only one TB4 port when it has so a powerful hardware inside. This GPU easily supports 3x 4k monitors but the ironic part is that it doesn’t even support 3x monitors via DP and HDMI even with their external dock with even more powerful GPU. If this thing comes with at least 2x TB4, I think I will consider it.

[@Geekinofflife]

i think the appeal for this product is to be mobile. the fact they include the egpu connection will allow you to plug in all the extra monitors. but mobile first especially at that price point. you could just get a better laptop or build a desktop.

[@morganvici6543]

if you want multiple monitors then dont buy this lmao, its not meant for that

[@hksduhksdu]

My Surface Pro 8 is designed to be mobile too. Having two TB4 ports or not is nothing to do with being designed for mobile or not. My point is, the hardware is so powerful that with the right ports, it gives a lot of flexibility in many areas, not just in gaming.

[@jimbobcheezeburger2020]

Would a thunderbolt 4 dock make up for this?

[@hksduhksdu]

@@jimbobcheezeburger2020 yup because. TB4 can let me hook up to my eGPU, in which I have a 3070 that I am currently hooking up to 3 monitors all via DP, all 5120x1440 resolution, 2 @ 60Hz and 1 @ 100Hz

[@Lucas-sg1mv]

Where can I find it to buy?? and when?

[@ramchandraavra2400]

dude where did you buy that case pls i need this its look like very strong it will help me bro

[@design926]

Drain battery how many time in game ? 1 hour 2, 3 ,4 ?

[@osricen]

Would love a 16:9 more discrete one. Seems perfect for travelers who want to take their job and games everywhere.

[@moparjr89]

16:10 is better and they do have a more discrete version it comes with a 4050

[@Solomon.T]

Important question, Does it have a Sim card slot? LTE compatible or only used with WiFi? What if there's no WiFi connection available? As a digital nomad gadget that would be just carrying a piece of metal. Please if anyone knows the answer let me know.

[@slymmfitzyc]

Most phones tether for free and are included in most plans. Hence why we don't see many of the 4G/5G WWAN cards anymore. Heavy business laptops like Dell and Lenovo has them. Surface Pro 9 also has it but they pushed it out in the ARM variant.

[@tyronecummins4206]

Dude where can I buy this thing man

[@gummygreen5939]

Are u planning or have u carried the tablet around for a while and carry it in a bag for a while to see is the key board ends up scratching the screen sine the keyboard seems to act like a case/cover very curious if you will end up needing a screen cover to prevent scratches and if the screen cover would effect the touch sensitivity I appreciate the info on the tablet thank you what I don't like is having to check prices since u never said a price range wich maybe due to the sponsor wanting people to visit the site so can't blame you just wanted to point it out lol

[@Thetechchap]

I actually carried it with me in my hand luggage for a week to Seoul, S Korea and didn't have any issues

[@gummygreen5939]

@The Tech Chap thank you for answering I appreciate it

[@iraklimgeladze5223]

This is a tablet and the point of it is not to live plug to plug. It's sad that only apple thinks that efficiency is important too

[@PLUTORUSKI]

Can you do a comparism with apple m2 iPad the 1 Tb above unit

[@Kentasheo]

I love your content I have been watching you for two years now

[@benjiebarker]

Could this solve the tethered PCVR and allow me to play without a long cable?

[@jz7283]

Will this be release in Canada?

[@zezhixia3008]

This actually matches my use case perfectly. Ive been trying to find something that i can use when i lay down on my bed, can code, can game. Can you think kf something else that can fulfill my use case?

[@infiniteworfare5089]

did you get this device? how is it compared to the surface pro 9? i hear that the battery life is bad on rog z13 but then i hear that it can lasts 5-6 hours with regular uses ( not heavy load ) whereas surface pro 9 lasts 4-5 hours.

[@nicholash8021]

Unfortunately, this is now sold out everywhere (except for hoarders trying to sell it for 2x the price on ebay). I cannot wait to see what they come up with for 2024 (hopefully around March/April)

[@theo5675]

This has the power of a PS5/Xbox series X in a tablet and it’s way smaller and lighter! Insane!

[@MrFearlesskiller]

I cant even find the 32gb and 4070 version for the tablet one. Does it even exist

[@KeyboardSourceError]

Is the case removable?

[@OverdosedCaffeine]

I like the idea of tablets/laptops with wearable designs. It brings up so many possibilities to the table. That said, I'm not gonna hack pentagon in a bus on my way home nor am I gonna infiltrate an enemy base with my sick i9 rtx 4070 laptop as a soldier. I think I'll stick to the much cheaper, probably similar performance, base model Z14. You know, the one that is made for normal people. Z is my favorite lineup among all ROG. It's like ROG Mothership but actually daily drive material.

[@Oscaralfonso83]

wife has the previous model and it's bonkers. Would totally get another tbh. I'd say get it if you're in the market

[@apx3501]

Hello my friend would you advise me to buy this device if it is very useful for playing

[@KR15_KHH]

What the heck is that shorter strap that is included with this tablet? Long is for carrying but the short one with velcro at each end ... no idea:)

[@erikhonkys118]

Hi Chap, does it mean the regular Flow Z13 will come only with RTX 4050 option? Perhaps it could be also cheaper in that case :D.

[@goodboy-fo5rq]

Search it on Google

[@wensonchang6077]

is that acronym case removable?

[@rashedbinhuwaidi8906]

Where can I find this 4070 one I searched the whole Internet I only found 3050ti the older version and the 4060 rtx the 2023 version and is the most expensive one I found its like 2000 usd

[@muaythai193]

This is good to play on the go imo, but also to fix to a holder and play while lying in bed. Much better than a regular laptop, for this particular usage.

[@Bomb6A9Head]

the more i look at it, the more i love it

[@UltrasonicNostalgia]

Now imagine a joystick accessory that can be attached to the sides like the switch! That'll be a Steam Deck ON STEROIDS!

[@deeprajbhosale5106]

will be really heavy for a handheld

[@Badd.G]

Theres already a handheld in the making

[@deeprajbhosale5106]

@@Badd.G Ally right? Prototype is out.

[@MrAwesumo]

When you think about it, this could easily replace your desktop,tablet and laptop in one swoop so when everything considered with Xg mobile this is kinda competitive if you were to buy a new desktop tablet and laptop at these performances.

[@terreos87]

I would love one of these without that silly oversized back. Shame this is the only model that offers 32gb of RAM too.

[@verveblack]

like the carry strap concept. useful in a crowded metro

[@VectorNinja1]

I waiting for on buying thr last generation of this gaming tablet and I'm glad I did !! Epic

[@secretbro3681]

where do i buy this?

[@Chilisuperredarowana]

Can i use my surface pro 7 as a monitor for Ally ?

[@andymccurley1]

What game are you playing there Tech Chap?

[@dragonninja5607]

can you do the new ASUS rog flow x16 because they change the CPU they change it to intel

[@marios.2975]

Love it ! Need one for my son, he can game and watch KZbin in tablet mode. Sounds sick and performance seems awesome! Battery is meh. But whatever

[@VAS-hd4sr]

From where do I get this laptop

[@kleinkelsabeng9221]

Great video. Make a video on what happens to your gadgets after review❤❤🎉🎉

[@ErronKebabb]

The bulky corners deter me, but the milled aluminum wins me over in the end, super sexy IMO, could get used to the corners if they don't get in the way. However I need LTE, doesn't fit my use case without it.

[@Shahriar0141]

I just love it!! The design is sick!!!

[@SilverWolfPL]

I'm very tempted to sell my original Flow X13 (35W 3050Ti) and PC (5900x+3080) just to switch to this machine. Performance wise it will not be as powerfull as full size 3080, but it is quite close.

[@X13-AA]

On the GPU side it will between the desktop 3060-ti and the 3070, the gap from the previous model with the 3050-Ti is awesome

[@JoordezOrange]

i hope they put a oled display next, it is thinner and makes more room for battery

[@JCordero31]

i cant believe they left it be 2230 sized only ssds....they should have changed it to fit 2280s also a 4070 at 65w?? for that ill take the 4060 or 4050 at that matter save my money and buy the 4090 external. they could have made the this with p processors like a 1370P processor which is very powerful and up the gpu power to 85/90w on the 4070 and gave us oled screen

[@DENZ317]

Love it 😎 - But the key pad - letter over crowding ! Distroyed a buy from my son ! M17 / G18 is on the cards tho. Asus Rocks ... 😎

[@Fr4nkSanchez]

I am not still used to using the touchpad and keyboard, I have to use my trackball. Otherwise I get a lot of pain in the Deep transverse metacarpal ligaments. I dont do gaming anymore so not using "that potential" lets say but I do use heavy software such VMWare, AutoCAD

[@Wistbacka]

God dammit, Asus. I thought we had started to get away from the trend that "gaming" has to look super-tacky. What the hell is that even. Glad they make something more normal looking.

[@alexeymezenin]

Awesome device which is hard to find in some countries. I wonder is there a similar lightweight tablet with Geforce onboard? Maybe Chinese manufacturers sell something similar?

[@ranjidranja7313]

Would be nice if they havent used the cheapest bluetooth Chip, that they could find. You cant even connect a Headset and the ps5 Controller at the Same time >.< but very nice Review, good Job

[@randrants1024]

1:24 didn’t knew nvidia sold an rtx 2050

[@johnbeck9573]

Could u please do few games to show how powerful it is thanks in advance

[@michaelthompson9798]

The ‘fashion’ designer case is polarising 🤔😱! I’d like a streamlined look myself 🤤💪👍. With such high pricing …. I’d have to look at the RTX4050 model as it can still do a little gaming on the side. Portability is the reasoning I feel for these 2 in 1 form factors. I also feel these are very niche products ….. but still have a good market and use for many 🥳👍.

[@lyteedge]

I got the 4050 model yesterday- the game performance is amazingly good at 1080P or 1200P. Super impressed!

[@zephr147]

certainly more of a fashion accessoire this version, considering its still cheaper than one of acronyms jackets

[@zergslayer69]

It's like 750 cheaper to go with the 4050 version, much better value considering you don't get the hideous design.

[@Sur_GalaChad2189]

my only complaint is if you're gonna cost this much and try to push a screen with that framerate it needs GSYNC.

[@LittleLauLegacy]

The design makes me think that this is another April fools joke

[@Drstrange3000]

It's a bit overdesigned haha

[@neon_arch]

Is it a cover or something? Can I remove it?

[@kuroshite]

I heard it was designed by the designer of the iron man suit

[@entername3840]

I thought it is actually an April fools joke but it's still available in August for sale 😢

[@u_judgement]

​@@neon_archit's a premium edition. İf you dont want metal cover then you can Purchase black version

[@arvindmeena6782]

I want buy these types of tablets. I hope I can easily afford them in near future.

[@Michplay]

Damn 2100 euro`s for ONLY the 4050 model. i love this concept but not at this price... if ity was around 999.- it`s a must have

[@emaad-k]

if they make this in black with the regular keboard it would be tempting.

[@Bomb6A9Head]

insta buy! ill replace my 2080 desktop with this because of minimalism